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Hi all need some info on Big block gm heads casting numbers 3946074 aluminum rectangular open chamber heads used on L88.ZL1 engines whats the the pros and cons on these heads was there any problems with the casting was thinking of picking up a set for my drag motor thanks in advance

IF you have them, the 074's, and they don't need much work, they can make some power. YES there prone to cracking and are usually welded.

Depending more on application and WHY you would be using these? There are a lot of BETTER heads for the $$$ usually then these for making power. If it was going to be a mild build, street/stripe type of deal, then maybe, but I wouldn't go out and buy these heads unless your doing more of a "restoration" type of build. They usually want good $$$ for them, and needing work. Better off getting a set of Dart 320's or something older/smaller that would be about the same $$$ anyway, and be a better, tougher head.

Now if you HAVE a set, ready to go, and you want power and performance, I think I would try to sell them. YES they WILL make power, but you are better off with a stronger (NEWER) casting.

I have a set of the #077 "Snowflake" Heads 2.25 In-1.88 Ex Open Chamber-119 c.c.These heads DO MAKE POWER.My motor in the Bantam is just a little ol' 427 & these Heads Work awesome.I agree there are Heads out there for the money that are better & make more power than the old 074 & 077's as mentioned before..Dart 320 etc.It all depends on what you want to do(Power Wise Etc).I must have been one of the lucky ones.I have never had a stud etc "Brake" on me.The only issue I have ever had was I had one tiny little hairline crack on the seat.I guess when it was cut for a largerspring it just touched through.Its funny that this thread came up because I am thinking of selling mine.Of course the Aluminum back then is a totally different material than it is today.Good Luck!

Hi all thanks for the replys the heads are on a 427 it not an L88 short block was gonna buy the whole motor has 10.5 com camp cams solid cam 580-600 lift 256-266@50 motor was street driven has about 10 hours on it guy did 1 pass when't 10.70 1/4 mile thinking of buying the whole motor
put it in my chassi use it for drag race only. i'm just worried about having problems with the heads should i buy this motor or pass on it ? persons asking $4000

Hi all thanks for the replys the heads are on a 427 it not an L88 short block was gonna buy the whole motor has 10.5 com camp cams solid cam 580-600 lift 256-266@50 motor was street driven has about 10 hours on it guy did 1 pass when't 10.70 1/4 mile thinking of buying the whole motor
put it in my chassi use it for drag race only. i'm just worried about having problems with the heads should i buy this motor or pass on it ? persons asking $4000

Sammy lets put it this way...It does not sound like a bad deal $4000 is not a bad price...but you know how it goes.You never know what your getting if you didnt build the motor yourself.Will he pull the pan & let you inspect everything?What Rods,Crank & Pistons are in it?I know you say he said it has about 10 hrs on it.About how old is the Rotating Assembly?There are a lot of questions to ask before you purchase one.Theres always the "Do's & Dont's" when buying a used Bullet.Good Luck!

Sammy lets put it this way...It does not sound like a bad deal $4000 is not a bad price...but you know how it goes.You never know what your getting if you didnt build the motor yourself.Will he pull the pan & let you inspect everything?What Rods,Crank & Pistons are in it?I know you say he said it has about 10 hrs on it.About how old is the Rotating Assembly?There are a lot of questions to ask before you purchase one.Theres always the "Do's & Dont's" when buying a used Bullet.Good Luck!

Just getting back in to racing after about 15 year. i know gotta be cautious what am i looking for with the oil pan off

Hey Sammy usually you are looking for the "Obvious" the parts that he say are in there...ARE THERE.Broken or Cracked shit etc.If the Pan is off pull a bearing or two check it out-inspect(If you can)I mean its a hit or miss anytime you do something like this.This motor has basically "Stock" parts.Rods,Crank,Heads etc.Are you happy with $4000? Try to see if he would take a little less...maybe $3500? Just look for the obvious.If the motor is still together & running see if he will do a compression & a Leakdown test.If the leakdown & Compression is good on all Cylinders....Well then thats a plus in the right direction(Hopefully)Try & do all the things you can that make you feel comfortable before the purchase.If you have a good Friend that can go with you & check it out bring him.Good Luck buddy! Steve

Well... if nothing else if the heads have a nice Date Code ( under the valve cover ) of say anything before 71 you could sell the heads to a restorer for some good coin that would probably pay for a better set of heads. the rods will sustain 7500 rpm , if you want more RPM 7/16 Boron bolt rods or aftermarket stuff will be required, overall sounds like a decent price if it is healthy..

4000 dollars sounds a little steep for a two bolt, stock rod, engine. TRW pistons are certainly nothing to celebrate either. They will work, but I don't think I would use them in a track only engine. Unless this guy knocks about 2800 bucks off his price, I think I would pass on this engine. Just my .02!!